Living Skillfully - Paperbackby William J. Finnigan (Author) We live in a confused, lawless world. Many are making a living, but have never learned how to live. This explains, among other things, the rising tide of depression and mental disorders. Knowledge abounds, but how to use that knowledge effectively is another matter; that's where wisdom comes in to play. The Book of Proverbs ("gems of wisdom from God") promotes the skill and common sense to gain God given success.